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Visitor
Information and Tips
Buses
The buses serve main commuter routes and are differentiated
into two services the transit and express commuter services
(ECS). Schedules can be obtained from the Public Transport
Service Corporation.
Sample Routes/Fares
ECS Airport to Port of Spain: TT$4 - (7am, 7:15am, 4:05pm,
4:15pm)
ECS Port of Spain to San Fernando: TT$6
ECS Port of Spain to Arima: TT$6
ECS service is also available to points east of Port of
Spain and runs along a dedicated transit highway system.
Taxis
Taxis and maxi-taxis (colour coded mini-buses) run on
fixed routes and generally operate from designated stands.
Fares range from TT$2 - TT$10 on average. Off route transfers
usually cost more.
Car Rentals
Car rental agencies are located in Port of Spain, San
Fernando and at Piarco International Airport. International
rental agency presence at airport. All major credit cards
are accepted.
Driving
Visitors in possession of valid licenses issued in U.S.,
Canada, France, U.K., Germany and the Bahamas may drive
for up to three months. International licenses are also
accepted. Driving is on the left side of the road.
Business Hours
Banks are usually open from Monday to Friday. Banks in
Malls are open from 10am till around 6pm. Some banks are
closing very early in the afternoon.
Shopping Malls are usually open Monday to Saturday until
7pm or even longer.
Port of Spain shops usually close around 5-6pm
Bars are open until ...
Usual office hours are from around 8am until 4pm
Hotel Taxes
10% service charge, 10% Hotel Room Tax
Tipping
Most hotels and restaurants add a 10% service charge to
the bill. If it isn't included, tip 10%-15%.
Money
Travelers cheques and credit cards are accepted by most
establishments. Banking hours are 0800-1400hrs Monday
to Thursday, 0900-1200hrs and 1500-1700hrs on Fridays.
Major shopping malls also either contain ABMs (Automated
Banking Machines) or full service branches and generally
keep later opening hours ranging from 0800 - 1800hrs.
The banking system features LINX, which enables client
access to accounts from any ABM regardless of agency in
the country. LINX can also be used to make purchases at
retail outlets throughout the country. ABMs can also be
used to access advance cash withdrawals for VISA, MasterCard
and VISA Plus clients.
Food and Dining
Trinidad & Tobago abounds with diverse culinary delights
due to the cosmopolitan nature if its people. Some favorites
include roti, doubles, shark and bake, pelau and a host
of other mouth watering dishes. But fast food is for many
people the way to go.
Water
Tap water is usually drinkable, bottled water is available
everywhere
Electricity
115 volts/230 volts (+/- 6%); 60hz
Official Trinidad & Tobago Tourism Contact Information
Trinidad & Tobago
Tourist Development Authority
The Cruise Complex
1-D Wrightson Rd
Port of Spain, Trinidad
+1-868-623-1932, 664-5196(Piarco Airport), 639-2125 (Tobago),
639-0509 (Crown Point Airport);; FAX +1-868-623-3848;tourism-info@tidco.co.tt
Tobago Division of Tourism
N.I.B Mall, Scarborough
+1-809-639-0509
Trinidad & Tobago(Canada)
40 Holly St, #102
Toronto, ON M4S 3C3
+1-416-486-4470; 800-268-8986; FAX +1-416-440-1899
Trinidad & Tobago(USA,FL)
330 Biscayne Blvd, #310
Miami, FL 33132
+1-305-374-2056
Trinidad & Tobago(USA,NY)
Tourist Development Authority
25 W. 43rd St. No. 1508
New York, NY 10036
+1-212-719-0540; 800-232-0082; FAX +1-212-719-0988
Trinidad & Tobago(United Kingdom)
8a Hammersmith Broadway
London W6 7AL
+44-81-741-1013;; FAX +44-81-741-1013
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T
& T At A Glance
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Trinidad
& Tobago at a Glance
Language:
English (official), Hindi, French, Spanish, Chinese
Government:
Parliamentary democracy
Capital:
Port-of-Spain
Size:
5,128 sq km, 362 km of coastline
Location:
Caribbean, islands between the Caribbean Sea and the North
Atlantic Ocean, northeast of Venezuela
Climate:
There is a Dry Season from January to May and a Wet or
Rainy Season, from June to December. In the Rainy Season,
mornings are usually sunny, followed by brief rains in
the afternoons. The Dry Season is mostly sunny, with occasional
light showers. The islands have an average daytime temperature
of 82 F or 28 C that is warm but not unpleasantly humid
and nights that are very pleasant.
Electricity:
115 volts/230 volts (+/- 6%); 60hz
Currency:
Trinidad and Tobago dollar (TTD)
Driving:
Visitors in possession of valid licenses issued in U.S.,
Canada, France, U.K., Germany and the Bahamas may drive
for up to three months. International licenses are also
accepted. Driving is on the left side of the road.
Rentals: Car
rental agencies are located in Port of Spain, San Fernando
and at Piarco International Airport. International rental
agency presence at airport. All major credit cards are
accepted.
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